Men’s Club programs are open to all temple members and their guests.
We encourage your participation and value your support. Program dates and
times are subject to change. Questions should be directed to (212) 744-1400,
ext. 250 or mensclub@emanuelnyc.org.

October 2017

Speaker: RABBI AARON PANKENSunday, October 15 • 10 AM to 12 PMHoly War in Judaism and Islam
The Men’s Club proudly kicks off its program year with special guest Rabbi Aaron Panken, president of Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion, who will explore the texts and interpretive trajectories of holy war and jihad in Judaism and Islam.

Speaker: MARK PODWALSunday, November 5 • 10 AM to 12 PMCollaborating with Elie Wiesel:
40 Years of Friendship and Art
For 40 years, Mark Podwal illustrated Elie Wiesel’s books and New York Times Op-Ed articles. He also designed the Congressional Gold Medal presented to Wiesel by President Ronald Reagan and logos for Wiesel’s foundation conferences and projects.

Speaker: DEBBIE ELBINSunday, December 17 • 10 AM to 12 PMThe Current State of
Anti-Semitism in Germany Today
Documentary filmmaker Elbin will show footage from and discuss her documentary [STOL*PERN] = to TRIP; to STUMBLE; to FLOUNDER.

Speaker: ABBY RUSSELLSunday, January 28 • 10 AM to 12 PMEat, Drink, Laugh: The Story of the Comic Strip
An Emmy-nominated television producer and filmmaker and the founder and CEO of Nuforms Media, Russell will discuss Jewish comics.

Speaker: Matthew SheinbergWednesday, January 31 • 6:30 PM to 8 PMTasting Tour of Scotland
Experience scotch from the Lowlands to the Highlands. Affordable single malts and light snacks will be served. This event is held in support with the Religious School Parents Association. (For temple members only.)

Speaker: DR. MARLENE YAHALOMSunday, February 18 • 10 AM to 12 PMYad Vashem: A Place of Remembrance
Dr. Yahalom, director of Education at the American Society for Yad Vashem, will discuss the mission and projects of Yad Vashem – The World Holocaust Remembrance Center in Jerusalem.

Speaker: LORNE BYCOFFSunday, March 11 • 10 AM to 12 PMAsset Management for the Various Stages of Life
Bycoff, a temple member and financial advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, will lead a panel discussion about key steps to achieving personal financial goals and peace of mind.

Annual Meeting and Samuel Sacks
Achievement AwardThursday, May 24 • 6 PM to 9 PM
Our closing event is the election of officers and the presentation of the Samuel Sacks Achievement Award.
Join us for a cocktail reception and ceremony,
and celebrate with us!

(Online registration coming soon.)

The charge for all events is $30 for Men’s Club and
Women’s Auxiliary members, $35 for all other temple members and guests,
unless noted otherwise. Brunch is served at all Sunday events.